open hood FIAT 500C 2019 User Guide

Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically. Refer
to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi-
bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding
on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake
temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. You would not have your full braking
capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” is illuminated.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid
level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid
reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to
fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level should bechecked when pads are replaced. However, low fluid level
may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer
to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”
for further information.
WARNING!
•
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for further information. Using the
wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also
identified on the original factory installed hydraulic
master cylinder reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois-
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylin-
der reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 247

Immobilizer (Sentry Key)......................21
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ......................... .74, 95
Display ................................81
Engine Oil Reset ..........................84
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................277
Interior Appearance Care .....................276
Interior Lights ..............................40
Introduction ................................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..................... .302
Jack Operation ........................... .250
Jump Starting ............................ .213
Key Fob Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........18, 21
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......18
Key-In Reminder ............................21
Keys ....................................16
Replacement .............................21
Sentry (Immobilizer) .......................21
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................37
Lane Change Assist ...................... .37, 40
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................116 Latches
................................. .157
Hood ..................................64
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .282
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .157
Life Of Tires ............................. .262
Liftgate ..................................66
Opening ................................66
Light Bulbs .......................... .157, 196
Lights ............................... .38, 157
AirBag......................... .86, 124, 155
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .105
Brake Warning ...........................86
Bulb Replacement ....................... .196
Cruise .............................. .95, 96
Daytime Running .........................37
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................37
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator .......88
Exterior .............................. .157
Headlights ..............................37
High Beam ..............................38
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................37
Instr

ument Cluster ........................37
Lights On Reminder .......................37
Low Fuel ...............................91
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...........91
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Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)........92, 106
Quality Grading ........................ .271
Radial ............................... .260
Replacement ........................... .263
Rotation .............................. .270
Safety ............................ .250, 258
Snow Tires ............................ .265
Spare Tires ......................... .265, 267
Spinning .............................. .261
Tread Wear Indicators .....................261
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... .281
Tire Safety Information ...................... .250
Tire Service Kit ............205, 206, 207, 209, 211, 212
To Open Hood .............................64
Towing ................................. .190
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .219
Recreational ........................... .190
Towing Behind A Motorhome ..................190
Traction ................................ .191
Traction Control .......................... .101
Trailer Towing ............................ .190
Transmission Automatic ......................... .167, 248
Manual ............................... .165Transporting Pets
......................... .153
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .261
Turn Signals ......................... .37, 40, 95
Uconnect Uconnect Settings ....................... .291
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................271
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .282
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................119
USB................................... .302
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............280
Vehicle Loading ....................... .188, 255
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................5
Vehicle Security Alarm ........................22
V

ehicle Storage ......................... .56, 272
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................303
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) ....90
Warnings And Cautions .......................5
Warranty Information ...................... .313
Washer Adding Fluid .......................... .230
Washers, Windshield ..................... .42, 43
Washing Vehicle .......................... .274
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